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Four + Ethics Challenges for Civil Litigators
This CLE course examines four of the most pressing and evolving ethical challenges confronting civil litigators today. Drawing on decades of trial experience, the faculty will analyze core ethical principles and apply them to high-risk situations that routinely arise in civil practice. The program will address ethical boundaries in preparing clients for testimony, including where effective advocacy ends and improper coaching begins. It will explore emerging professional responsibility i... More Info
$751.5Ethics Credits -
Your Client’s Story: Connecting with the Jury from Opening to Closing
This CLE program explores the strategic and persuasive craft of opening statements and closing arguments in jury trials. These critical advocacy moments provide counsel with the opportunity to introduce the client as a person, establish credibility, and frame the narrative that will guide the jury’s understanding of the evidence and the law. Effective openings and closings require more than polished rhetoric; they demand thoughtful alignment with trial strategy, case themes, and juror expectat... More Info
$501General Credit -
The Evolution and Devolution of Civility
This CLE program examines the evolving role of civility in the legal profession and the increasing attention courts and regulators are paying to attorney conduct. As concerns about incivility in litigation, motion practice, discovery, and courtroom advocacy have grown, courts have turned to disciplinary authorities and professionalism rules to address conduct that undermines the administration of justice. The effectiveness of these efforts, however, has been uneven, particularly in large juris... More Info
$501Ethics Credit -
Shaping Deposition Testimony to Win Your Case
Depositions can make or break a case. This CLE course explores how attorneys can strategically shape testimony to strengthen arguments, secure favorable outcomes, and avoid pitfalls that undermine credibility. Through practical, field-tested techniques, participants will learn how to: Prepare fact and expert witnesses to deliver clear, compelling, and consistent testimony Use depositions to control the narrative and lock in advantageous facts Lay the groundwork for summary judgmen... More Info
$751.5General Credits -
Using Electronic Medical Records Evidence at Trial
Electronically stored health information now plays a central role in civil litigation, particularly in healthcare disputes and tort actions. The admissibility and effective use of electronic medical data raise recurring issues under discovery rules, evidentiary standards, and evolving definitions of electronically stored information (ESI). Counsel must understand not only how such data is generated and maintained, but also how to properly obtain, authenticate, and introduce it at trial.... More Info
$501General Credit -
Class Actions: Deceptive Consumer Labels
This CLE program provides an in-depth examination of legal standards and strategies for litigating class actions involving deceptive consumer labeling. Participants will learn how to effectively plead claims at the Rule 12(b)(6) stage, with a focus on the “reasonable consumer” standard, the legal weight of front-label representations versus back-label disclosures, and the role of ambiguity in label interpretation. The course will also address common defense tactics, including safe harbo... More Info
$501General Credit -
Utilizing Medical Imaging to Your Advantage in Litigation
Using digital medical images in your personal injury or medical malpractice cases can be a powerful tool. Knowing how to use, access, and understand medical imaging in a litigation setting can be critical. This CLE course simplifies what legal teams need to know about using DICOM images in discovery and the courtroom, how DICOM differs from formats like JPG or PDF, and admissibility and secure handling. Attendees will learn best practices for managing and sharing images securely, colla... More Info
$501General Credit -
Privacy Under Fire: Navigating Enforcement Actions & Litigation Risks
As regulatory scrutiny and consumer privacy litigation continue to intensify, attorneys must navigate a rapidly shifting legal environment. This CLE course examines the latest enforcement trends, key regulatory developments, and the rising tide of privacy-related lawsuits. Participants will gain practical strategies for managing compliance challenges, responding to enforcement actions, and minimizing legal exposure. Tailored for legal professionals across practice areas, this course eq... More Info
$501General Credit -
Partnering on Nursing Home Negligence Cases: A Guide for Estate and Elder Law Lawyers
Estate planning and elder law attorneys may unexpectedly become the first point of contact when a client’s loved one suffers nursing home neglect or abuse. While you may not litigate personal injury cases, you play a critical role in identifying viable claims, guiding families, and partnering with specialized nursing home injury lawyers. This CLE presentation offers a practical roadmap with four key sections: Vetting Nursing Home Cases – How to tell a legal case from a non-legal compl... More Info
$1002General Credits -
Design Patents: Key Considerations for Prosecution and Enforcement
In today’s competitive marketplace, the visual appearance of a product can be just as important as the function of the product. During this webinar, Board Certified Intellectual Property Attorneys Greg Popowitz and Peter Koziol will discuss how design patents can protect the unique look of an invention, along with infringement and enforcement strategies. Design patent applications have risen dramatically over the past decade. Learn about the requirements to file a design patent appl... More Info
$751.5General Credits